Sources Sought Bed Fixture Plate
ID: FA9101-25-Q-9513Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BRARNOLD AFB, TN, 37389-1332, USA

NAICS

Special Die and Tool, Die Set, Jig, and Fixture Manufacturing (333514)

PSC

PRODUCTION JIGS, FIXTURES, AND TEMPLATES (3465)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a9985845641648cba3af1e115ff405d9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking suppliers for a Bed Fixture Plate essential for manufacturing large welded structures at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico. The procurement requires a fixture plate measuring 6000x3000x300 mm and weighing at least 25,000 pounds, along with installation and alignment services that meet OEM specifications, ensuring a flatness tolerance of 280 microns. This equipment is critical for controlling structural stresses during welding processes and ensuring the dimensional accuracy of weldments. Interested parties must submit their company information, unique entity identifier, technical specifications, and projected delivery timelines by 1:00 PM MDT on January 3, 2025, to Nathan Jaye at nathan.jaye@us.af.mil or Chuck King at charles.king.42@us.af.mil. The anticipated NAICS code for this opportunity is 333514, relating to special die and tool manufacturing.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nathan Jaye
    nathan.jaye@us.af.mil
    Chuck King
    charles.king.42@us.af.mil
    Files
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    Requirements Document Bed Fixture Plate.pdf
    The 704th Test Group/846th Test Squadron (846 TS) issued a requirements document outlining the need for a new bed fixture plate essential for manufacturing large welded structures. The bed fixture plate, measuring 6000x3000x300 mm and weighing a minimum of 25,000 pounds, is pivotal for controlling structural stresses during welding processes, ensuring dimensional accuracy of the weldments. The contractor must provide installation and alignment services that adhere to OEM specifications, achieving a flatness tolerance of 280 microns. Key deliverables include the fixture plate, a qualified technician for installation, rigging services for transport into Holloman Air Force Base, and a 12-month warranty covering shipping and installation damage. The contractor is expected to deliver the fixture plate within 180 days of the award and install it within three weeks of arrival. This document reflects a formal government RFP process aimed at procuring specialized equipment to enhance technical capabilities for military testing operations.
    Sources sought Fixture Plate.pdf
    The Air Force Test Center at Holloman Air Force Base is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers capable of producing a Bed Fixture Plate. This notice is informational and does not constitute a formal solicitation or solicitation for bids. The center is gathering information from both small and large businesses regarding their capability to meet the specified requirements. Interested parties must provide company information, their unique entity identifier, technical specifications, and projected delivery timelines for the equipment. Responses are due no later than 1:00 PM MDT on January 3, 2025. The anticipated industry classification for this project falls under NAICS Code 333514, which relates to special die and tool manufacturing. The Government is under no obligation to award a contract based on responses to this notice, and all submissions are voluntary. Those interested should direct their inquiries via email to the specified contacts.
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